Wednesday 8 October 2014

Strategies to Prepare for Bank PO Exams

Everything is created twice, first in the mind and then in reality”  -- Robin Sharma
Your success in the Bank PO exam is no different. It Does not matter which field you’re looking making for a career in banking in India.

How to Apply -


Most of the times candidates are required to apply Online through Banks website. Candidates are required to have a valid personal email ID as most of the Bank communication like sending call letters for written test, Interview Call etc. are sent through the registered email ID. Candidates need to fill in the right information and avoid unethical practices. Canvassing in any form will lead to a disqualification from the exam and should be avoided.

Educational Qualification -

Banks hire candidates with at least a degree in any discipline from a recognized University OR Any equivalent qualification recognized by Central Government. Applicants with knowledge of computers (Proficient in Ms Office, Basic Applications, Internet Usage etc.) along with a certification stand a better change to get the job.

Study and Practice -

With all the areas of coverage there’s no shortage of skills where you need to show a high level of comprehension. Now that you have a better understanding of where the exam will focus, sharpening your abilities in each of these areas will go a long way towards making you comfortable when you go in to the exam. That comfort level will equate to better test scores. 

Overall Selection Procedure -

Selection for job is done on the basis of performance both in Written Test & in the Interview. Written Test comprises of Objective Question, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Banking Knowledge. Candidates who manage to clear the written test are further shortlisted for Interview or group discussion as per the decision of the bank. Few Banks do provide Pre-Examination Training to a limited number of candidates.

Useful Strategies for the Bank PO exam preparation:

There are many ways that candidates can prepare for the exam, perform well and get their dream job as a Probationary Officer in the country’s largest banks.

  • Preparatory Institutions
  • Increase Your Banking awareness
  • Worldview Knowledge
  • Know English
  • Plan It Out
  • Take Mock Tests